Overview

Our Music (Composition) programs at University of Washington also promote individual courses of study that allow musicians, scholars, and composers to aspire to excellence in performance, research, and creation. With more than 30 separate graduate degree programs, the School of Music offers many avenues for advanced studies.

Features

Home to an outstanding professional symphony and myriad organizations and ensembles devoted to music of all styles, Seattle offers a vivid, rich environment for musical exploration.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Students conduct interdisciplinary study and collaborative research across music programs as well as other academic disciplines throughout the UW. Seminars develop professional expertise and provide opportunities for research and performance collaboration with faculty.

The school’s faculty and graduate students regularly present their research findings at national and international conferences, perform in venues on almost every continent, and publish in leading academic journals.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-02 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Generally, a master's degree or equivalent in music or music performance from an accredited U.S. institution or its equivalent from a foreign institution.

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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International

32811 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32811 USD per year during 36 months.
National

32811 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32811 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

18792 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18792 USD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Seattle

1480 - 2580 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Music (Composition).

Available Scholarships

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